The Wana-Dera Ismail Khan main highway, Gomal Zam Road, is in poor condition due to landslides and road degradation in several areas. Both small and large vehicles, along with passengers, are facing significant difficulties as a result. This disrepair has extended what should be a two-hour journey to five hours, creating challenges for emergency patients trying to reach the hospital quickly.
The situation is further exacerbated by the inadequate cleanliness of the Wana-Gomal Road and the risk of sliding during light rain. The C&W department appears unable to fulfil its responsibilities effectively. Currently, the state of the road is so severe that large vehicles occasionally overturn and get into accidents.
Locals have reported that the Communication and Works (C&W) department allocates crores of rupees every year for road cleaning and maintenance, but little visible work has been done. The community is demanding that the provincial government take immediate action to repair the Wana Gomal Zam Road to facilitate easier travel for everyone.
It’s important to note that Wana Gomal Zam is a key highway for Pak-Afghan trade, with hundreds of small and large vehicles using this route daily. Additionally, people from Punjab, Sindh, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa rely on this road for trade, with trucks carrying heavy goods frequently passing through.
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